2. Further, DOP&T in the context of their O.M No. 2/6/2016-Estt. (Pay-II) Dated 17.02.2016 (wherein, powers were delegated to Ministries/Deptt./Dorrowing organizations to extend deputation tenure upto a period not exceeding seven (7) years at a stretch) have reiterated vide their O.M No. 2/6/2016-Estt. (Pay-II) dated23.02.2017 that deputation (duty) allowance is admissible only upto the fifth year, if the deputationist has opted to draw deputation (duty) allowance.

3. A copy of these instructions is sent herewith for information/guidance. These will apply mutatis-mutandis to Railway employees also.